Sharp Grossmont Hospital

08/21/2025

Last week, we were honored to host Assemblymember Dr. LaShae Sharp-Collins, who represents California's 79th Assembly District, which includes our hospital. As health care faces growing demands under HR1, also known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," and workforce challenges, Assemblymember Sharp-Collins took time to tour our facilities, learn about our operations, and discuss the critical needs of our hospital and community.

08/20/2025

Mild? Spicy? Sweet? When it comes to salsa, we’re dipping into all of them at Sharp Grossmont Hospital! Yesterday, we held our second annual salsa-tasting contest. Twelve teams brought their best homemade salsa to the table for judges and staff to try. Nearly 400 team members attended and enjoyed salsa, delicious beverages, tacos, nachos and sandwiches, with all proceeds supporting the American Heart Association Southern California Heart & Stroke Walk. A culinary congratulations to the winners: Sharp Grossmont Hospital Volunteer Services for Best Salsa, MICU CABG Patch Kids for People’s Choice Award and Rockstar Rehab for Team Spirit! Special thanks to our amazing judges, the participating teams and all the staff who came out to support and savor some salsa. Check out the video for highlights from this spectacular summer event.

08/19/2025

Today we proudly recognize Sheila Hinkley, honored with the Transformational Leadership – Nurse Leader award as part of this year’s Nursing Excellence Awards at Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

"What I value most about my role is the opportunity for continuous growth both professionally and personally. Sharp HealthCare has empowered me to take on meaningful roles that have challenged and inspired me, from working at the bedside to serving as an educator, leading as the spine program manager where our team earned our first Spine Certification with no findings, and now as a clinical lead on our newly established Neuroscience Progressive Care Unit. I am driven by the opportunity to support others, contribute to high-quality patient care, and help build a stronger, more compassionate future in health care."

08/18/2025

Nearly every advancement in cancer care — from chemotherapy to radiation therapy — has been made possible thanks to clinical trials.

Clinical trials help cancer researchers discover new and improved treatments to overcome cancer.

08/15/2025

Today, Sharp Grossmont Hospital celebrates it’s 70th anniversary. Staff gathered on the hospital's helicopter pad to form the number "70," honoring seven decades of dedication to the community.

Officially opened on August 15, 1955, Sharp Grossmont Hospital began as a 110-bed facility serving over 70,000 residents in East County. Today, it has grown into a 562-bed facility, providing care for more than 500,000 people. For 70 years, the hospital has been a cornerstone of health in East County, evolving from a modest community hospital into a leader in health care. As it marks this milestone, Sharp Grossmont Hospital remains committed to serving San Diego’s East County and beyond, continuing its legacy of exceptional care.

08/15/2025

President Trump was recently diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a common condition in people of advanced age that can lead to leg swelling and pain.

President Donald Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) which causes abnormal vein flow out of the legs back to the heart.

08/13/2025

Congratulations to Amanda Cardinal, recipient of the New Knowledge, Innovations, & Improvements - Clinical Nurse award as part of this year's Nursing Excellence Awards at Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

"While working in behavioral health can have its challenges, working in this specialty is also truly rewarding. In this specialty, I see patients come in often when they are at their worst/lowest, but I am also able to see them leave the hospital with a new sense of hope and purpose. Knowing that I am a part of an interdisciplinary team that helps others in their healing journey truly puts a smile on my face and fuels my desire to come to work each day. Whether I'm offering a hand to hold or time just to listen, I know that I am making a difference. Additionally, I would not enjoy my job as much as I do if it weren't for my amazing coworkers and their knowledge and support that they provide on a daily basis. They are the ones that help me to navigate the tough days and for that I am so grateful."

08/12/2025

Experiencing redness, fever, pain, diarrhea or vomiting after swimming or eating seafood? You may have a vibrio infection.

Vibriosis, an infection caused by Vibrio bacteria in coastal water, can cause worrisome symptoms.

08/11/2025

Jersey Day officially kicked off at the cancer center last Friday! These sports fans (and one friendly neighborhood Spider Man 🕷️) suited up to celebrate the very first Friday Jersey Day! While the Padres ⚾ dominated the jersey lineup, team spirit was off the charts all around. Here’s to future Fridays representing our favorite teams—and maybe even a few more superheroes.

08/08/2025

“We only play football, and they save lives."
San Diego FC players Aníbal Godoy and Emmanuel Boateng visited patients and staff at the Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Neuroscience.

08/08/2025

Happy National Pickleball Day! In May, the staff at Sharp Grossmont Hospital for Behavioral Health got together for some pickleball fun to honor Mental Health Awareness Month. They decided to keep the fun going with holding staff pickleball tournaments throughout the summer as a way to destress and enjoy each other's company. As summer slowly winds down, staff recently held their last pickleball game. What a great way to spend the summer with colleagues!

08/08/2025

Today, we're proud to spotlight Drew St Pierre, recipient of the Transformational Leadership - Clinical Nurse award as part of this year's Nursing Excellence Awards. "What I like most about my job and what inspires me to look forward to coming back every day for the past 13 years is the teamwork and the excitement of teaching and learning. Working in the Emergency Department (ED), teamwork is by far one of the most important traits a department can have and our team here at the Grossmont ED is one of the best. Being able to work together to care for critically sick patients and their families is a really powerful concept. I'm also inspired to be in a role where I can help teach and lead my fellow nurses to try and help them become the best that they can be."